Some office mysteries are small: who keeps fapping other people’s pens, who left the microwave looking like a crime scene, and why the AC is always set to “Arctic Expedition.”
And then there are the big mysteries, like how two people from two different companies, in two different buildings, with two different job descriptions, somehow had people wondering if they at least shared a grandmother.
That’s exactly what happened with Victor Oga of Heirs Holdings and Obianuju Onyekedi of Transcorp Plc and naturally,we needed answers.
So we decided to put their “twin energy” to the test, not by doing a DNA swab (legal said no), but by sitting them down for a double interview to see just how deep this resemblance goes. What followed is what you’re about to read. Have fun.
AF: Let’s start lightly — how playful or mischievous are you on a scale of 1 to 10?
VO: Playful? Definitely a 10. I can be very playful, very mischievous, and also very laid‑back when I want to be. But when it comes to being mischievous, I actually try to tone it down a bit. So for mischievousness, let’s say a 5.
And as I always say, context matters. Some people reading this may disagree, so let’s leave it at 5 for mischievous and 10 for playful.
OO: I’d say a solid 6. I’m not chaotic, but I enjoy a good, clever moment. I’m more “intentional mischief” than random trouble.
AF: Are you the type to plan an April Fools’ prank, or the one who falls for it?
VO: Oh, I’m absolutely the one who plans the prank, not the one who falls for it.
OO: Definitely the planner. I appreciate a well-executed prank, but I’ve also fallen for a few, especially when they’re done convincingly.
AF: What’s the most memorable prank you’ve ever pulled, or been a victim of?
OO: There are a few my brother has done, but none comes to mind at the moment. Let’s just say he’s very good at making things sound believable.
VO: One prank I’ll never forget happened before I got married, while I was still dating my wife. She was in school, and I was based in Abuja at the time. I travelled (either to Enugu or Port Harcourt, I honestly can’t remember) and I told her I was sending a package that she needed to help me receive.
I got the number of someone she didn’t know, made the number unavailable, and sent it to her as “the driver’s number.” Of course, each time she tried to call, it wouldn’t go through. Every now and then she would say, “This driver’s number is still unreachable,” and I’d tell her, “He’s probably on the road; the network may be bad.”
When I finally arrived in her area in Anambra, I called her and told her I’d finally reached the driver and that she should try calling him again. Then I sent my number.
The “package” was me.
When she saw me, the first thing I got was a punch, she was completely surprised.
It was a wholesome prank, not a mischievous one, but definitely unforgettable.
AF: Have you ever experienced a moment of déjà vu that genuinely unsettled you?
VO: I’ve experienced déjà vu many times. There was a period when it happened back‑to‑back, almost like having a dream inside a dream inside another dream. It felt like I was moving through time repeatedly, all within days. I can’t remember the exact incident anymore, but it shook me a bit.
I even had one recently at the office, maybe last month.
OO: Yes!!! It’s always strange because it feels like life is repeating itself, like you’ve stepped into a scene you’ve already lived. It makes you pause and wonder about timing and purpose.
AF: Is there something you believed for years that turned out to be untrue?
VO: Hmm… nothing comes to mind immediately. I may have to think more about that one.
OO: That there’s a “perfect path” to success. I’ve learned life is messy, nonlinear, and very personal. So, I wonder whenever I see people advising other people on some specific situations and require them to adopt it, like it’s one life blueprint. It’s laughable!
AF: Why do you think people are so drawn to conspiracy theories, even when the facts say otherwise?
VO: I think people gravitate toward conspiracy theories because they’re looking for excuses, either for their own laziness, insecurities, or to explain what they don’t understand.
For example, I once entered a cab in Abuja where the driver casually said Ronaldo and Messi must be using “juju” to be so successful. I just stared at him thinking, “From where did you get this conclusion?” But he was convinced.
Another time in Lagos, a man insisted that a woman driving a sporty Hyundai must have done “something” to afford it. He couldn’t imagine that she might simply be successful through her own hard work.
People often reach for conspiracy theories when the truth is too simple, or when it forces them to confront their own limitations.
OO: I think people are drawn to a sense of control and meaning. When things feel uncertain, even an unlikely explanation can feel more comforting than not knowing at all.
AF: Have you ever been deceived by a person or situation in a way that changed how you see things?
VO: Yes, I have. It’s personal, so I’d rather not go into details. But it definitely made me more cautious.
OO: Hmmm!! Does a relationship count? Like how could he tell me I am the only woman in his life, when he also had his mother? Lol!!! Just kidding. But sincerely, yes, I have been deceived before, and it made me more discerning. It didn’t make me cynical, but it taught me to trust my intuition more and not just take things at face value.
AF: Have you ever had to ‘perform’ or present a version of yourself that wasn’t entirely real?
OO: Yes, especially in professional spaces earlier on. There’s sometimes an unspoken expectation to present a more polished version of yourself. Over time, I’ve learned that authenticity is actually more powerful and sustainable.
VO: Yes, once, back in Abuja. My phone was acting up, and out of nowhere I had this random thought: “What does it feel like to smash something when you’re angry?”
I don’t smash things; it’s not who I am. But curiosity got the better of me.
I looked around the room for a spot where I could throw the phone without actually breaking it. I picked a spot… and missed by a few inches. My screen smashed.
So yes, I performed a version of myself that wasn’t real, and paid for it.
AF: If your life had a major “Uno Reverse” moment, what would it be. Like, tell us about any unexpected twist you’ve experienced?
OO: Honestly, I would be an engineer. I genuinely love building things, thinking through world problems, and imagining solutions that sit at the intersection of technology and art. It’s something that has crossed my mind more than once, even going back to study it properly. But if I’m being honest, my relationship with maths has always made me hesitate. Still, that curiosity hasn’t gone away, it just shows up in different ways now.
AF: Do you believe people can truly reinvent themselves, or do we always carry our past versions with us?
VO: Yes, people can genuinely reinvent themselves, for good or for bad.
But they always carry their past selves with them. Reinvention comes from something; the old version stays in the background as the reference point for change.
OO: I think both are true. You can reinvent yourself, but your past becomes your foundation, not your limitation. It shapes you, but it doesn’t have to define you.
AF: One reason we’re doing this interview is because someone said you look like ‘twins.’ What do you think?
VO: I honestly don’t know but let me tell you how it happened.
During the service of songs for a colleague’s parent, my line manager saw me and Uju talking, and someone asked if she was my sister. We crossed the road to find out what the conversation was about, and they were shocked to hear we weren’t related.
Maybe it’s the complexion, maybe the glasses, I honestly don’t know.
OO: I think there is an iota of truth in what they said. And sometimes resemblance goes beyond just physical features, it can be in energy, presence, even how people carry themselves.
And who wouldn’t want to be a twin with such a smart guy like, Victor!
AF: Have you ever seen someone who looked a lot like you? Would you recognise your doppelgänger if you saw them?
VO: I’ve never met anyone who looks like me. But if I do? We’re becoming best friends instantly. There are so many opportunities for pranks. I’d definitely have an “evil twin.”
I’m still hoping to meet someone who looks exactly like me — same height, same walk, same talk.
OO: Interestingly, my fashion designer looks a lot like me. People have called us sisters or even twins on different occasions. It’s always amusing because you start to see the similarities through other people’s eyes. I think I would recognise my doppelgänger, not just by appearance, but by that subtle familiarity you can’t really explain.
AF: In today’s world of misinformation, what helps you decide what’s true and what’s not?
OO: Research plays a big role for me. I look at context, credibility, and consistency. I question the source, cross-check information, and try to understand the bigger picture before forming an opinion.
VO: I always check the source. If it’s not from a reputable outlet, I don’t believe it.
For images and videos, I examine them multiple times; with AI, anything can be faked. Even when someone I trust sends me something, I still verify it.
If it’s not verified, I don’t believe it, and I definitely won’t share it.
AF: Complete this sentence: “The biggest illusion people believe about life is ___.”
VO: The illusion of perfection. That life, people, or situations can be 100% perfect.
Perfection doesn’t exist; believing it does only sets us up for disappointment.
OO: That everything has to make sense immediately. Some things only make sense in retrospect.
